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Lancesoft

Data Center Optical Engineer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Data Center Optical Engineer / Field Services Work Location: Richardson, TX 75081 Duration: 12 ... with direct customer interaction. * Strong hands-on experience with connectorized fiber optic ...

Neurophos Inc

Optical Test Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Participants include M12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund), Carbon Direct Capital, Aramco Ventures, Bosch ... Position Overview The Optical Test Engineer is responsible for executing structured test plans to ...

Ericsson

Data Center Engineer - DFW

Dallas, TX · On-site

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Data Center Optical Engineer to lead work in customer ... with direct customer interaction. * Strong hands-on experience with connectorized fiber optic ...

ARA

Senior Laser Engineer 2

San Antonio, TX · On-site

The Senior Laser Engineer 2 will lead the design, development, and execution of advanced laser and ... directed energy, advanced sensing, spectroscopy, space optics, or laser-matter interactions.

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What is the difference between Director Optical Engineer vs Optical Engineer?

AspectDirector Optical EngineerOptical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's/PhD in optics, physics, or engineering; extensive experienceBachelor's or Master's in optics, physics, or engineering
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in R&D, product development, managing teamsDesign, testing, and development of optical systems
Industry UsageStrategic oversight, project management, cross-department coordinationHands-on technical work, prototype development, testing

The main difference is that a Director Optical Engineer focuses on strategic leadership, team management, and project oversight, while an Optical Engineer is primarily involved in technical design and development tasks. The director role requires more experience and leadership skills, whereas the optical engineer role emphasizes technical expertise and hands-on work.

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Data Center Optical Engineer

Data Center Optical Engineer

Lancesoft

Richardson, TX • On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Temporary

Posted 12 days ago

Job description


Job Title: Data Center Optical Engineer / Field Services
Work Location: Richardson, TX 75081
Duration: 12+ months Contract
Offered Rate: $30.00-$32.00 USD per hour
Job Description:
  • About this opportunity We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Data Center Optical Engineer to lead work in customer environments and co-locations.
  • The person in this role is responsible for ensuring the reliable installation, maintenance, and operation of optical transport and infrastructure within customer data centers.
  • The ideal candidate expects and maintains high-quality execution from the team across fiber installations, migrations, remediation, break/fix, and remote hands services, utilizing their strong hands on technical expertise.
  • This person is able to travel to a non-home market site at a moment's notice and work there for several weeks at a time up to 100% of the time.
  • Assist with fiber installation, decommissioning, break/fix, remediation and migration activities across data center optical and transport environments.
  • Conduct and/or supervise optical testing and troubleshooting using tools such as optical power meters, stabilized light sources, VFLs, OTDRs, and test sets.
  • Deliver services by accurately, interpreting and executing Methods of Procedure (MoPs), engineering documents, vendor documentation, and network diagrams.
  • Read and interpret cut sheets and physical network design documents to ensure accurate port connections and cable management.
  • The skills you bring Team lead experience.
  • Strong command of written and verbal English for customer-facing communications and relationship building.
  • Excellent organizational, administrative, and documentation skills using customer applications and/or Microsoft Office suite of tools.
  • 3-15 years of experience working in data center operations or a similar technical environment with direct customer interaction.
  • Strong hands-on experience with connectorized fiber optic cabling, including single-mode and multi-mode fiber, LC, fan-outs, and structured cabling.
  • Demonstrated experience with optical testing and transport troubleshooting.
  • Ability to multitask, remain composed under pressure, and adapt in fast-paced, high-availability environments.
  • Commitment to safety standards, quality requirements, and operational best practices. Physical requirements: Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
  • Comfortable working at heights and in varying environmental conditions.
  • Additional Information Device Requirements A personal Android device is preferred for work application enrollment;one that is not manufactured in China.
  • Prior to hire, the device must meet the following requirements: Running on Android 15 or above Installed security patch level of September 2025 or newer Hotspot enabled with access to a reliable data plan Not manufactured by any of the following brands: Alldocube, CHUWI, CUBOT, DOOGEE, HONOR, HUAWEI, HXY, ITEL, IQOO, OnePlus, LENOVO, ONYX, OPPO, realme, TCL, TECLAST, TECNO, TINNO, Ulefone, vivo, Wingtech, Xiaomi, or ZTE Candidates who do not have a compliant device at the time of hire will not be eligible to begin onboarding.
  • If the candidate does not have an Android phone and the work requires one, it is expected that one will be secured for their use during the time it is required.
  • Android remains the preferred platform and is required for specific use cases, particularly: AWS Outposts activities IFS-related tasks, which are becoming a standard requirement across both break and fix and build projects While IFS is currently available on both operating systems, we are actively receiving vouchers to install IFS on iPhones.
  • On the Android platform, the application is available at no cost.
  • Operating System Requirements Android Devices Android 15 or later September 2025 security patch level or newer iOS/iPadOS Devices iOS/iPadOS 26.3 or later Supplier Personnel are expected to be in market and available to support on-site activities to meet pre-defined SLAs and appointments as required, i.E. 4 hours to be on site and arrival 30 minutes prior to appointment.
  • Supplier is responsible for paying Personnel for all administrative time, for example, time spent setting up a computer, communicating with Supplier, completing paperwork or training required by Supplier, entering time into Supplier's timekeeping system, etc.

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Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we're 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

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Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2000

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